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N.M. disabled find fault with paratransit

SANTA FE, N.M. — At a recent meeting held by the Santa Fe Transit Advisory Board, Santa Fe Ride customers complained that the transit program is mismanaged, and forces unreasonable restrictions and rules on its riders, Santa Fe New Mexican reported. Attendees also asked about training for drivers on working with disabled clients.

Officials told the paper that program restrictions over the last decade have reduced annual ridership from about 97,000 in 2001 to about 36,000 in 2011, while keeping the annual budget flat. For the full story, click here.

Access to reliable transportation, particularly public transportation, is essential for returning military veterans with disabilities to reintegrate to civilian life and obtain critical medical and support services, according to a new Rutgers study.

Syracuse.com spoke with Arlene Kanter, Syracuse University professor of law and the director of the Disability Law and Policy Program, about the history of the ADA, its biggest accomplishments and what still needs to be done for the rights of people with disabilities.

Also reached an agreement with its lenders will allow TransCare to invest in new ambulances, medical equipment and computer systems needed to meet the increasing demands of TransCare’s clients in its areas of service.